By Elimu Assistant Team 
- The Jews expected the Messiah to come from the lineage of David’s royal descent.
- They expected the Messiah to come after the return of Prophet Elijah.
- The Jews expected the Messiah to be a political leader/one who would overthrow the Roman rulers.
- The Messiah would convert Jerusalem to be the Centre of rule/political centre.
- The Messiah was not expected to associate with the poor/sinners/gentiles.
- The Messiah was expected to make Judaism a superior religion.
- The Jews expected a Messiah who would perform miracles.
- They expected the establishment of the Kingdom of the Messiah to be preceded by cosmic signs/mysteries.
- They expected the Messiah to establish the Kingdom by conquering the enemies of Israel.
- The Messiah was to rule the whole world.
